Common Symptoms of Anger Disorder

Anger disorders can lead to aggressive, angry or violent behavior. While anger is a normal human emotion that happens to everyone sooner or later, it can sometimes get completely out of control. If the frequency and severity of angry episodes you are having make you feel like you have lost control of your life, you may have an anger disorder. Learn the symptoms of an anger disorder, and learn whether you need anger management therapy or a stress management therapy

Physical Symptoms of Anger Disorder

The term anger refers to an array of emotions that can range from mild irritation to explosive rage. You may not always be able to identify the emotion that you are feeling. There are often physical signs that accompany wrath that may help you to recognize and acknowledge your angry feelings.

Your heart rate or blood pressure may increase

You begin to sweat profusely

You clench your jaw

Your stomach may feel upset

You may experience a headache

Your hands may shake

Underneath the surface, biological changes are going on. Certain hormones are increasing, such as adrenaline and noradrenaline.

Too Much Anger and Anger Disorders

If you feel like you are getting angry too often, you might need help finding better ways of dealing with stormy emotions. Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga may help, especially if you commit to practicing them daily. Work on clear communication with your closest family and friends and try to focus on not being so reactive. Pay attention to what triggers angry outbursts and see if you can avoid putting yourself in those situations. If your anger is severe and self-help techniques don’t help to improve your outbursts, you may have an anger disorder, such as intermittent explosive disorder. Talk to your doctor. He or she will do a physical exam as well as a psychological evaluation.

If you are diagnosed with an anger disorder, anger management classes include both counseling and psychotherapy. in some instances medications may be included such as antidepressants and mood stabilizers, and psychotherapy may be done on an individual or group basis. Angry behavior is learned behavior that can be unlearned. Professional counselors can help you to develop methods of changing your thinking and your behavior. While you won’t be able to completely eliminate anger from your life, with help you will be able to reduce the amount and severity of angry episodes you experience.

Get Treatment at Promises

Sometimes, anger disorder comes out of alcohol or substance abuse disorder. If you struggle with either anger disorder, substance abuse disorder, or both, treatment is possible. Call Promises Behavioral Health today. We treat many substance abuse disorders or mental illnesses. Additionally, we offer treatment plans and coping strategies, using treatment programs such as: